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The fire service said its technical fire safety officers are working with landlords to give guidance on how they can comply with the law.

Two sessions are now being held at Bath Fire Station in September and October when information will be available on fire safety risk assessments, alarm and detection systems, emergency escape routes and enforcement.

Station manager Steve Quinton said: “As Bath continues to be a popular tourist destination there is a strong demand for holiday accommodation in the city.

"We will have information on the majority of that accommodation, but there may be others that we are not aware of.

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Where officers find areas of concern they work with the owners to help them comply with legislation, but where that is unsuccessful there is an enforcement route available.

Mr Quinton added: “When we are made aware of properties that operate as short term lets we have written to them to provide guidance and then included them in our inspection programme.

A 'party house' in Harley Street (Image: Paulgillisphoto.com)

“The two sessions at Bath Fire Station are an extension of that work. They will be an opportunity for the owner or responsible person at short term lets to engage with us in a positive way to access all the information they need to ensure they comply with the law and, most importantly, keep their guests safe.